Allegories in Romantic Literature

• What is an allegory?


  A fictional narrative that reflects a deeper meaning beyond the literal story.
• How many levels of meaning do allegories typically have?


   At least two levels of meaning: the literal story and the hidden significance.
• What literary concepts should you know to understand allegories?


   Metaphor and symbolism.
• What purposes do allegories serve in literature?


  To entertain, teach, and sometimes warn readers.
• Where can symbolism commonly be found in allegories?


   In character names and settings.
• What do characters in allegories typically signify?


   Abstract qualities or ideas, such as love, death, hope, and charity.
• How do settings in allegories function?


  They represent the relationships among characters or concepts.
• What is the main purpose of an allegory?


  : To use surface-level story elements to convey deeper meanings.
• How does an allegory convey abstract ideas?


  : Through symbols that represent broader concepts.
• What is a symbol in literature?


  : A representation of a specific idea or concept, which may change in meaning within the work.
• In "The Minister's Black Veil," what does the veil symbolize?


  : Evil and shame.
• What duality does Hawthorne illustrate in his story?


  : The need for individuals to recognize both the good and the evil within themselves and others.